Writings by Dr. Ashley

I spent years in school immersed in the study of how our minds, bodies, and spirits connect. Rather than letting my writings sit in a folder, I’ve taken my essays on transpersonal psychology, social work, psychophysiology, and neurofeedback and turned them into these blog posts.
This is my academic journey shared one reflection at a time. Bridging the gap between rigorous study and the personal insights that make sense of the human experience.

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When Teenagers Struggle, Are We Listening to What Their Behavior Is Telling Us?

When teenagers withdraw, become irritable, or struggle academically, are we seeing behavioral problems or signs of emotional distress? Exploring adolescent depression through a biopsychosocial lens, I reflect on why understanding young people's experiences requires curiosity, context, and listening before intervening.

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Trauma, Healing, and the Power of Being Seen

How do childhood trauma, relationships, and our environments shape who we become? Reflecting on my experiences growing up in foster care, I explore the biopsychosocial model, emotional healing, the importance of supportive relationships, and how one school social worker helped me recognize my dignity and worth.

Writings by Dr. Ashley

When Teenagers Struggle, Are We Listening to What Their Behavior Is Telling Us?

Trauma, Healing, and the Power of Being Seen